Mary Catherine Rice
Tulsa,Oklahoma
Summary
COLLABORATIVE. AGILE. SELF-MOTIVATED. TEAM PLAYER. ADAPTABLE. LEADER.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer & Event Coordinator
Family & Children's Services
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinated fundraising efforts through event planning and donor outreach, enhancing community support.
- Organized and executed client graduations, mentoring nights, alumni events, and community outings with executives, directors, and community members.
- Provided support in organizing family-oriented community events and activities.
- Collaborated with team members to develop educational programs for children and families.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and service delivery processes.
- Trained new volunteers on organizational policies and community engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Contributed to successful execution of community and public events by preparing venues, setting equipment, and dismantling after events.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Created and distributed marketing materials, email newsletters, and social media campaigns to promote community resources.
- Developed event schedules and timelines to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintained comprehensive donor and stakeholder lists for Women in Recovery.
- Collaborated with Laureate Institute for Brain Research on multiple studies related to mental health and addiction.
- Cultivated relationships with community members to facilitate events, recruit volunteers, and educate clients on cultural activities.
- Managed community volunteers and schedules, ensuring effective involvement in monthly service days.
- Assisted Chief Program Officer by managing administrative tasks, including donation management and staff meeting organization.
- Led grant writing efforts and crafted letters of support, while interviewing and overseeing GKFF interns and TSY fellows.
- Directed content for Women in Recovery's Instagram page, coordinated the 2023 TAUW program fundraiser, and established various client groups.
Family Preservation Specialist, CMII
Family & Children's Services
Tulsa, OK
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Led facilitation efforts in Rogers County Jail, enhancing parent-child connections.
- Supervised parent-child visitation through video chat and in-person, enhancing connection during visits.
- Facilitated parenting programs in county jails and community, strengthening family bonds.
- Maintained collaborative relationships with jail staff, community partners, and families.
- Advocated for equity and accountability in parent-child relationships.
- Connected clients and caregivers to essential community resources.
- Facilitated monthly caregiver support groups to provide resources and foster community engagement.
- Coordinated resources and referrals for families, improving access to critical services.
Senior Consultant – Team Lead
Cerner
Kansas City, Missouri
04.2014 - 12.2020
- Led multiple EMR projects and a consulting team for mobile and ambulatory applications in Sweden, ensuring successful implementation and client satisfaction.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop healthcare IT solutions for clients.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables to ensure client satisfaction during implementations.
- Reviewed all deliverables prior to release ensuring accuracy, completeness, quality assurance standards are met.
- Analyzed client requirements to align Cerner's software offerings with business needs.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify process improvements in healthcare delivery.
- Developed comprehensive documentation and user guides for software features, enhancing user understanding and adoption.
- Mentored junior consultants, sharing expertise in healthcare technology solutions and strategies.
- Directed and coordinated work completed by junior consultants and other consultants.
- Established strong working relationships with both internal teams as well as external vendors and clients.
- Provided strategic guidance to clients on best practices for business operations.
- Oversaw progress of ongoing projects, ensuring timely achievement of objectives and alignment with client expectations.
- Facilitated collaboration among sales, consulting, architecture, and troubleshooting teams.
- Supported system conversion and maintenance initiatives for enhanced client operations.
Revenue Cycle Analyst
Foundation Surgical Affiliates
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
12.2012 - 02.2014
- Verified patient health insurance eligibility to ensure coverage for surgical procedures.
Surgical Assistant
Norman Surgical Arts
Norman, OK
05.2009 - 08.2011
- Assisted surgeons during various surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment.
- Ensured sterile techniques were followed to prevent infection risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and provided necessary updates to the surgical team.
- Assisted with post-operative wound care, including packing and dressing changes to support patient recovery.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring readiness for operations.
- Prepared equipment and tools for surgical procedures in the operating room.
- Assisted in prepping operating room for surgery by sterilizing instruments and setting up equipment.
- Provided pre-op and post-op instructions for patients, took vitals and x-rays, assisted in oral surgeries, and completed various office tasks like managing phones and messages.
Education
MBA - Business/Health Administration
Southern Nazarene University
Bethany, OK06-2018
Bachelor of Arts And Science - Communications
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12-2012
Skills
- Event coordination
- Venue logistics
- Client training
- Volunteer management
- Project management and supervision
- Attention to detail
- Proficient in Salesforce
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Multitasking and organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving techniques
- Adaptability
- Public speaking
- Communication skills
- Task reliability
- Adaptability
Volunteer Experience
- First Hand Foundation and Medical Mission Foundation, Two medical missions to Uganda; assisted in Plastics and ENT surgeries., 2017 & 2018
- First Hand Foundation, First Hand Ambassador; Committee member in 2017 and Event lead in 2018 for Westport Bounce; Committee member and lead in various events since 2014.
- Various Organizations, Volunteer for school health events; Several speaking engagements as a representative for First Hand and Cerner.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kansas City, Matched with Little Sister for 2 years and participated in several volunteer events.
- Harvester’s Food Pantry Kansas City, Volunteer for several organizations.
- American Breast Cancer Foundation, Volunteer for several organizations.
- Special Care Child Services Oklahoma City, Volunteer for several organizations.
- Equine Therapy Edmond, Oklahoma, Volunteer for several organizations.
- Traumatic Brain Injury Children’s Camp Oklahoma, Volunteer for several organizations.
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Swedish
Elementary
Certification
- Case Management II
Timeline
Volunteer & Event Coordinator
Family & Children's Services
09.2023 - Current
Family Preservation Specialist, CMII
Family & Children's Services
01.2021 - 09.2023
Senior Consultant – Team Lead
Cerner
04.2014 - 12.2020
Revenue Cycle Analyst
Foundation Surgical Affiliates
12.2012 - 02.2014
Surgical Assistant
Norman Surgical Arts
05.2009 - 08.2011
MBA - Business/Health Administration
Southern Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts And Science - Communications
University of Oklahoma